Official Speculation Thread (Pt. XXIV: Offseason Edition)

OrlChamps2030 · Post #1261 » by **OrlChamps2030** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:51 pm

Darth Magic wrote:
Zmill wrote:I think Dwight will still get traded and I'm not going by what the media says. Just my intuition.

Obviously we cannot nearly match the marketability of the Brooklyn Nets.

Talent wise, we have not improved at all.

Why would Dwight change his mind? Not to mention IMO, it is foolish to think his mind is not already made up. LBJ didn't make his decision the summer of his FA, neither will Dwight.

If he is just staying in Orlando for the money, why wouldn't he atleast verbally commit? There will be no bidding war for him because whomever signs him will sign him for the max, guaranteed.

I guess I am just a pessimist...but it's okay because it will make it that much sweeter and surprising for me if Dwight resigns

How exactly are we to improve when we don't have a GM, coach, or had a chance to draft, trade or sign free agents?

Um.... ya know since Dwight's trade request came out about half a year ago....yeah :lol:

Unless the trade deadline began before last season started, am I missing something?

arkknight1988 · Post #1262 » by **arkknight1988** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:51 pm

rcklsscognition wrote:Why are people pulling for the Nets? It's not like they're not going to sell tickets. The arena is amazing, great location, and the amount of people in the reach of the stadium is stunning.

im hoping they get the 4th pick. would serve them right for trying to steal our superstar.

Post #1263 » by **Def Swami** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:53 pm

Steve Kyler ‏@stevekylerNBA
RT @Orlandoyankees: your gut? Who is our next GM? ---> Spurs Asst GM Dennis Lindsey

arsenal6106 · Post #1264 » by **arsenal6106** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:53 pm

I have a hard time believing AWoj when his work is about D12. From what I hear, he is a huge Nets homer. Also, I find it funny that all of this info is being released on the day of the lottery.

Btw, we have 15 pages left till the next part. I don't mind putting it up, but I'm hitting the gym in the next 30 mins so I might not be here once it hits 100?
Any takers?

Post #1265 » by **Def Swami** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:54 pm

arkknight1988 wrote:
rcklsscognition wrote:Why are people pulling for the Nets? It's not like they're not going to sell tickets. The arena is amazing, great location, and the amount of people in the reach of the stadium is stunning.

im hoping they get the 4th pick. would serve them right for trying to steal our superstar.

I'm a bit conflicted on how to feel about this. More than anything, I hope we just keep Dwight and the Nets don't get a top 3 pick. But if Dwight going is a forgone conclusion, I hope they win this thing. Pretty conflicted.

The1llness · Post #1266 » by **The1llness** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:54 pm

Am I the only one who thinks Anthony Davis is the second coming of Tyrus Thomas?

I'll take Drummond over him any day.

Nyce_1 · Post #1267 » by **Nyce_1** » Wed May 30, 2012 5:59 pm

VGOSWAMI wrote:
Many have speculated that Larry Bird would retire following the 11-12 season, but the chances of that appear to be decreasing.

"Bird definitely sounds like a person who plans to return as long as he and owner Herb Simon remain on the same page," wrote Mike Wells on Twitter, who covers the Pacers for the Indy Star.

Money won't be a factor in Bird's decision, according to Wells. Bird took a paycut from $5 million annually to $1 million this season.

Bird was the recipient of the 2012 NBA Executive of the Year award.

Read more: http://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/22 ... z1wNOBVR9p

If Bird stays in Indy, that may make Pritchard more available, and mean Walsh wouldn't be going back to Indy.

If Bird stays, I think we get Walsh as VP and either Weaver/Lindsey/Prichard as GM. They'll both collaborate to choose a coach and we'll re-hire SVG.

The Effect · Post #1268 » by **The Effect** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:09 pm

The1llness wrote:Am I the only one who thinks Anthony Davis is the second coming of Tyrus Thomas?

I'll take Drummond over him any day.

I dont know about Tyrus Thomas, every time ive watched davis, he reminds me alot of Marcus Camby coming out

rcklsscognition · Post #1269 » by **rcklsscognition** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:27 pm

Bobcats contacted Stan Van Gundy about their head coaching position, but were told by SVG that he may take next season off, sources say.

Interesting and not surprising. Though I'm sure if a better job than the Bobcats arose, as in the Blazers after they reap a bounty of great picks tonight, he'll be willing to come back sooner rather than later.

Hotshot Hower · Post #1270 » by **Hotshot Hower** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:29 pm

The1llness wrote:Am I the only one who thinks Anthony Davis is the second coming of Tyrus Thomas?

I'll take Drummond over him any day.

Post #1271 » by **Def Swami** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:31 pm

Chris Broussard ‏@Chris_Broussard
Coveted Pacers asst coach Brian Shaw will interview with Charlotte Bobcats Friday, sources say.

rcklsscognition · Post #1272 » by **rcklsscognition** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:35 pm

Is it possible for the Magic to acquire the 1st pick and trade it again for like the 2nd or 3rd, NFL style? I think if the stars aligned and we got the 1 from NJ it'd be worth thinking of a trade to a team in the 2,3,4,5 slot and get other players/picks in addition to that.

Blue_and_Whte · Post #1273 » by **Blue_and_Whte** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:44 pm

Hotshot Hower wrote:
The1llness wrote:Am I the only one who thinks Anthony Davis is the second coming of Tyrus Thomas?

I'll take Drummond over him any day.

No not really. I think he's similarly raw offensively but what people forget to take into consideration is what's between the ears. Someone could have all the athleticism in the world but if they don't put the work into improving then that person can fail. We've seen a number of those cases tyrus being one of them, but just because they're similar from an athletic standpoint doesn't mean the outcome is going to be the same.

D12VCMagic · Post #1274 » by **D12VCMagic** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:45 pm

I hope Shaw doesn't accept the Bobcats' gig before the Magic even get started on their HC search. I know you can't rush an important decision like GM, but we wasted two weeks just deciding to fire two guys who were obviously out the door anyways.

toquito · Post #1275 » by **toquito** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:46 pm

Just saw the news. **** my life

ADRajX · Post #1276 » by **ADRajX** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:48 pm

D12VCMagic wrote:I hope Shaw doesn't accept the Bobcats' gig before the Magic even get started on their HC search. I know you can't rush an important decision like GM, but we wasted two weeks just deciding to fire two guys who were obviously out the door anyways.

Ahmadab · Post #1277 » by **Ahmadab** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:48 pm

Hypothetically ; We do whatever trade that lands us Davis and we get rid of Dwight + Hedo, how would our cap situation look come summer 2013 ?

Nyce_1 · Post #1278 » by **Nyce_1** » Wed May 30, 2012 6:59 pm

anyone who may be interested, Kyler will be on ESPN Tampa to talk about the draft and most-likely, Magic related topics.

http://www.espnflorida.com/espn-1040-station/

cedric76 · Post #1279 » by **cedric76** » Wed May 30, 2012 7:01 pm

i m rooting for NJ just so we have more leverage
i d rather trade with LAL for Pau+Bynum
byt leverage is always good

Post #1280 » by **Def Swami** » Wed May 30, 2012 7:01 pm

D12VCMagic wrote:I hope Shaw doesn't accept the Bobcats' gig before the Magic even get started on their HC search. I know you can't rush an important decision like GM, but we wasted two weeks just deciding to fire two guys who were obviously out the door anyways.

If the Bobcats get the #1 overall pick, it'll be a tough offer for Shaw to turn down.

Sam Amick ‏@sam_amick
Source confirms ESPN report that Indiana assistant Brian Shaw will interview with Charlotte for head coaching job ...